Thigh Lift
Dr Raymond performs thigh lift surgery using techniques designed to improve thigh contour while preserving underlying structures as much as possible.
Introduction
Thigh lift surgery is performed to address excess skin of the thighs, most commonly following significant weight loss. Excess thigh skin may cause chafing, discomfort, or difficulty with clothing fit.
THE PROCEDURE
Thigh lift surgery involves removal of excess skin, most commonly from the inner thighs. Incisions are carefully planned to balance effective skin removal with scar placement.
Dr Raymond routinely performs liposuction-assisted thigh lift surgery, meaning liposuction is performed prior to skin excision. This approach helps reduce trauma to lymphatic channels, nerves, and veins beneath the skin and allows more controlled contouring.
In patients with more extensive skin excess, an extended thigh lift may be required.
Thigh lift surgery is performed under general anaesthesia by Dr Raymond and his experienced surgical team at Hunter Valley Private Hospital or Newcastle Private Hospital. Where surgery is performed at Newcastle Private Hospital, VASER ultrasound-assisted liposuction may be utilised when appropriate.
THE PROCESS
Consultation includes assessment of skin laxity, fat distribution, scar placement, and functional concerns such as chafing or discomfort.
THE RECOVERY
Hospital stay is typically two to three nights.
Compression garments are worn for four to six weeks, which we provide. Swelling and bruising are expected and gradually improve over several weeks.
Most patients resume light activities within two to three weeks, with return to strenuous activity guided over six weeks.
Scars continue to mature for 12–18 months.
Treatment Risks
All surgery carries risk. Risks specific to thigh lift surgery include:
- Bleeding or infection
- Delayed wound healing
- Scarring or asymmetry
- Changes in skin sensation
- Fluid collections
- Blood clots
- Anaesthetic risks
- Unsatisfactory contour outcome
These risks are discussed in detail during consultation. Further information is available on our dedicated Treatment Risks page.
Pricing
Thigh lift quotes are all-inclusive, including surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital fees, compression garments, routine follow-up appointments, LED light therapy, scar care products, and post-operative nursing support.
Medically Indicated Thigh Lift
Thigh lift surgery may be medically indicated following massive weight loss, where strict Medicare criteria are met (item number 30169).
For patients who meet Medicare criteria and hold appropriate private health insurance:
- Total upfront cost: $14,500 – $17,100
Modest Medicare and health fund rebates apply, resulting in an estimated out-of-pocket cost typically $13,700 – $16,300, depending on the extent of surgery required.
Self-Funded Thigh Lift
For patients who do not meet Medicare criteria or who are self-funding:
- Total all-inclusive cost: $21,250 – $24,110
This price is representative of admission at Hunter Valley Private Hospital.
A personalised written quote is provided following consultation.
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